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IPEX by Aliaxis

Fabricator

IPEX by Aliaxis, Lynchburg, Virginia, us, 24513

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Overview

Harco Fittings LLC is a member of the IPEX. Our mission is to compete and grow using innovation, differentiation, and extraordinary service. We shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. Harco Fittings LLC, founded in 1966 in Lynchburg, Virginia, is a producer of gasketed joint injection-molded PVC and push-on gasketed joint ductile fittings. Our Harco locations span across seven states in the US. We are seeking a Fabrication Technician based in Lynchburg, Virginia, reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor. The hours are Mon-Fri from 6am until 2pm. Starting rate is $21.71/hour. Job Summary We are seeking an upbeat individual who will be responsible for supporting our Fabrication Facility. The successful candidate will focus on fulfilling work orders based on tickets received to achieve operational objectives. This is a day-shift position.

Responsibilities

Safely fabricate fittings to customer specifications using equipment such as saws, presses, butt fusion machines, hand tools, power tools, adhesives, and fixtures

Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other departments on fulfilling work orders and production sheets

Apply PVC primer and adhesive to assemble fabricated fittings

Expand and pull socket joints on plastic material using heat forms (e.g., glycol tanks and dry heat)

Install bevels on pipe ends using bevel table

Visually inspect, measure, and approve materials before and after process steps to ensure quality compliance

Proficiently fabricate fittings such as tees, reducing tees, reducers, couplings, elbows, and various custom fittings

Identify hydraulic forming mandrels

Read and understand imperial measurements

Use and care for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Maintain a safe and clean work environment while adhering to safety policies and procedures

Be eager to learn, self-motivated to work independently, and possess good written and verbal communication skills

Other duties as required and/or assigned

Qualifications & Experience

Must be 18 years of age or older

High School diploma or equivalent

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals

Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, work orders, safety documents, and training manuals

Forklift certification preferred

Tools & Equipment

Hydraulic Presses

Pulling Press

Cut-Off Saws

Butt Fusion Machines

Various Saws (ring/band/jig)

Lathe and Milling Machine

Glycol tanks

Forklift

Basic hand tools (routers, sanders, grinders)

Grinders

Inspection tools and gauges

Measuring tape

Micrometer

Calipers

Routers

Work Environment

Requires good mobility with routine walking, standing for long periods, bending, stooping, and lifting/pushing heavy objects up to 50 lbs

Regular work in a fluctuating temperature environment (indoor & outdoor)

Working on raised surfaces (ladders, machines, work platforms)

Exposure to grease, dirt, and industrial chemicals (primers, adhesives, glycol antifreeze)

Use of standard PPE including safety glasses, splash shield, gloves, apron, safety shoes, harness, Hi-Vis clothing

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement

Referral Program

Harco Fittings is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, contact HR at HR@ipexna.com. EOE.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Wholesale Building Materials

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